[PyMOL] Structural biologist job

From: Bernhard Rupp (Hofkristallrat a.D.)
Date: 22 June 2012 05:32

FYI for the on-pymol readers.
BR

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From: H. Adam Steinberg 
Sent: Tuesday, June 12, 2012 4:22 AM
Subject: [PyMOL] Structural biologist job

Hi all,

A friend of mine is looking to hire a structural biologist. With the tight job market I though I would try and get this out to as many people as possible.


> I am looking to hire a PhD structural biologist to join the team I manage at Myriad Genetic Laboratories in Salt Lake City, Utah. Please forward/post/pin-up the attached pdf if you can think of anybody who might be interested, or if you can think of someone that might know someone who might be interested.
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> Myriad Genetics is a great company to work for, with all the perks of a biotech company (employee stock option purchase plan, 401k company match, full benefits, etc). Myriad Genetics is nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains with over 1,100 employees and growing. Salt Lake City is a great place to live both for the outdoorsy person, as well as the cultural arts type person. It s also a great place to raise a family.
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> Please email all job inquiries to Dr. Julie Eggington.
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> Thank you.
> Julie
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> Myriad Genetics - Clinical Variant Specialist unofficial job posting
> 2012.pdf

 JOB OPENING:  Clinical Variant Specialist Requires Ph.D. in Biochemistry or related field, with emphasis in structural biology.

Location: Myriad Genetic Laboratories, Inc. Salt Lake City, UT. Full time position NOTE: This is an early, unofficial job posting.  Official job postings are found at www.myriad.com

Overview: Myriad Genetic Laboratories is a leading molecular diagnostic company based in Salt Lake City, Utah. Myriad offers predictive medicine tests that identify hereditary breast and ovarian cancer, hereditary colorectal and uterine cancer, and other hereditary cancer syndromes. DNA sequencing allows Myriad to detect these syndromes by identifying disease causing mutations in specific genes. However, not all genetic variants which are identified in DNA testing are disease causing. Initially, some variants are classified as "Genetic Variant of Uncertain Significance" until research shows whether or not the genetic variant is disease causing or benign. It is the role of Myriad's Variant Specialist Team to collect and analyze data so that these Genetic Variants of Uncertain Significance can be correctly classified in a clinical setting.

 The Variant Specialist Team is looking to hire an expert in structural biology.  Unlike traditional Scientist I/II positions in biotechnology, the Clinical Variant Specialist is not likely to pursue lab bench work, but will apply his/her skills to reviewing literature and using molecular modeling and bio-informatics approaches to assist in better understanding the effects of genetic mutations.  The Clinical Variant Specialist will work within a larger group of cross-disciplinary scientists and statisticians.  Additionally, the Clinical Variant Specialist will work with clinician customers to assist in scientific understanding and in the coordination of research studies.  Excellent communication skills are required.  Attendance at professional meetings and publication opportunities are fostered.  The clinical Variant Specialist will also work on a variety of projects across different non-science divisions within Myriad as a representative of the Variant Specialist Team.

Qualifications:
-Ph.D. in Biochemistry or a related field required, with emphasis in structural biology -Excellent written and verbal communication skills -Candidates with postdoctoral research experience or equivalent are preferred -Candidates with experience in protein-nucleic acid interactions and/or experience in cancer causing biological pathways are preferred

How to apply: -Applications are to be formally made through http://www.myriad.com/careers/ when the position officially posts (likely in July 2012).  The position may have a different title at time of posting.  Dr. Julie Eggington is seeking resumes early to screen candidates as soon as possible starting in June 2012.  To facilitate this, please email resumes and enquiries to Dr. Julie Eggington at jeggingtATmyriad.com with  Clinical Variant Specialist Job Opening  in the subject line.

About Myriad:  Myriad Genetics, Inc. (Nasdaq: MYGN) is a leading molecular diagnostic company dedicated to making a difference in patient s lives through the discovery and commercialization of transformative tests to assess a person s risk of developing disease, guide treatment decisions and assess risk of disease progression and recurrence.  With fiscal year 2011 revenue of over $400 million and more than 1,100 employees, Myriad is working on strategic directives, including new test introductions, companion diagnostics, and international expansion, to take advantage of significant growth opportunities to further the Company s mission. Thanks to the dedication of our employees, the Company is succeeding in making a difference by improving the quality of patient s lives and saving lives.  For more information on Myriad, please visit the Company s website at:  www.myriad.com